Christopher Mudditt

Experience

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  First National Bank GH

  Jan 2007 - Oct 2010

  Bank Employee

  Assisted part time within various roles at the bank. Working in the following departments.Bank TellerCustomer relations officerForexFloor manager

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  The Student Saver

  Feb 2008 - Dec 2012

  Business Owner ( Founder)

  Founder and owner of " The Student Saver"The Student Saver served as a intermediary agency to assist students in various universities across South Africa to source and sell there second hand requirements. This varies from Text books for the coming year to there student accommodation and transport.

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  Vip Liquors

  Jan 2010 - Jul 2020

  To work with National Key Accounts within South Africa and neighboring African Countries to develop further demand for VIP Liquors brands and expand within the local markets. To Approach and develop relations with new product partners in the Liquor Industry, further expand and develop the Distribution platform of the company into Africa.Manage and expand nation operations framework to efficiently import and distribute lines locally and into Africa. Manage and expand distribution solutions for VIP Liquors Brands within key retail accounts into Africa. Implement strategy at top down & bottom up levels within national retail chains to build brand demand and scale distributed volumes exponentially. Primary responsibilities include senior management of:- Sales & brand development with National Key Accounts, - International logistics & operations.- Business development within export markets, - Import and exports of all sku's - Supply chain development, - Develop brand strategies within national on con and off con chains. Show less I joined as Co-Founder to build VIP from the ground up for 10 years. We went from importing 1 liquor brand and supplying 1 store through to supplying 5 ranges from various manufacturers globally to all major retailers in South Africa and into Africa ( Approximately 5000 outlets (retailers & restaurants), 10 major chains, 8 countries. Our Staff component grew from 2 to 20 under my management covering responsibilities including Key Accounts, Operations management, Imports & Exports, Logistics, Sales, marketing and brand development. There were 3 primary components to my roles and responsibility at VIP Liquors:Logistics:The expansion and management of the full logistics process from foreign suppliers to local retailers. I developed the systems and supply chain required to transit 40ft containers from origin to South Africa, through customs and and other regulatory bodies at the border. Once cleared from our bonded facilities to rework the product to comply with regulation and distribute as breakbulk Nationally to all retailers. Key Accounts:Working closely with the sales team to develop and present brand growth strategies to be implemented with national retail and restaurant chains. Moving product from origin to client is in my opinion only part of the supply chain process. To ensure a constant flow of resources through the chain we require mechanisms to motivate consumers on a mass scale to subsequently remove the product from the shelf and add it to their basket. My job to Motivate and negotiate the listing of our brands within major retailers, then ensure they sell.Exports Manager:Once we had a strong foothold in South Africa I begun our expanding our footprint into the African market. Countries included: Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Swaziland, Namibia, Nigeria, Kenya and Mozambique. I was responsible to develop partnerships in each region to introduce, distribute and build all of out brands within the local markets. Show less

  • Senior Management

    Jan 2016 - Jul 2020

  • Co-Founder VIP Liquors

    Apr 2010 - Mar 2020

  • Head of Key Accounts & Logistics

    Jan 2010 - Mar 2020
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  Green Butler Pty Ltd

  Mar 2020 - now

  Managing Director

  Started in the heart of Covid lockdown; fully bootstrapped.Cofounder and Managing Director.Implement & optimize a comprehensive asset light supply/value chain from farm to table. Scaling operation from 1 to 10 000 orders with little to no friction in the supply chain.Establish & manage procurement & supplier relations.E-commerce, digital marketing & FMCG sales development.Implement & automate processes from stock management to customer communications.Team management.

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  Crypto Banter Crypto School

  Mar 2023 - now

  Lead Moderator & Mentor

  As the Lead Moderator and Trading Mentor at Crypto Banter's School Server, I played a pivotal role in guiding a community of over 20,000 students through the intricacies of trading and wealth creation in financial markets. Over the course of a year, I honed my expertise in managing dynamic online interactions, resolving challenges, and providing invaluable assistance to aspiring traders.Key Contributions:Community Leadership: Led a diverse and dynamic community, fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment. Effectively managed discussions and ensured a respectful exchange of ideas among participants.Mentorship and Education: As a Trading Mentor, I provided personalized guidance to students, imparting knowledge on effective trading strategies and risk management. Collaborated with a team of educators to develop and deliver educational content tailored to both cryptocurrency markets and traditional financial instruments.Problem Resolution: Developed a proficiency in handling challenging situations, diffusing conflicts, and ensuring a constructive atmosphere within the community. Prioritized the resolution of queries and concerns raised by students, contributing to a positive and supportive learning environment.Scale and Impact: Contributed to the growth of the community to over 20,000 students, demonstrating the effectiveness of the educational initiatives and mentorship programs. Played a key role in expanding the reach and impact of Crypto Banter's educational endeavors.Cross-Market Applicability: Emphasized the applicability of trading techniques across a spectrum of financial markets, including cryptocurrencies and traditional assets. Enabled students to develop versatile skills applicable to diverse trading environments.My experience as Lead Moderator and Trading Mentor reflects my commitment to knowledge-sharing, community building, and the cultivation of proficient and informed traders within the Blockchain ecosystem. Show less